Sections - Doctrine and Covenants

The Section Explorer is the heart of the Doctrine and Covenants Project, designed to make Restoration scripture accessible, searchable, and available to all. This feature allows users to navigate our growing library of sections from various versions of the Doctrine and Covenants, providing a unique opportunity to explore the words that have shaped the Latter Day Saint movement.

Whether you’re studying the text as scripture, seeking historical understanding, or simply curious about the similarities and differences between versions, the Section Explorer offers a straightforward and powerful tool for discovery. Each section is presented in its original wording from multiple editions, such as the Community of Christ’s version and earlier editions like the 1833 Book of Commandments.

Section 5 (Community of Christ)

Reading Time: 4 minutesRevelation given to Joseph Smith and Martin Harris in Harmony, Pennsylvania, March 1829. It was called forth by Martin’s insistent desire to know whether Joseph has the records of the Nephites in his possession. 1 A. Behold, I say unto you, that as my servant Martin Harris has desired a witness at my hand, that you,…

Section 4 (Community of Christ)

Reading Time: < 1 minuteRevelation given to Joseph Smith, Sr., through his son, the prophet, at Harmony, Pennsylvania, February 1829. 1 A. Now, behold, a marvelous work is about to come forth among the children of men, B. therefore, O ye that embark in the service of God, see that ye serve him with all your heart, might, mind, and strength,…

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Section 3 (Community of Christ)

Reading Time: 7 minutesAfter the loss of that portion of the Book of Mormon manuscript, which had been translated before July 1828, the mind of Joseph was “darkened” (D. and C. 3:1b). After humbling himself, Joseph was again enlightened, and was permitted to resume this work. Instruction received in this connection is recorded in the following revelation, which…

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Section 2 (Community of Christ)

Reading Time: 3 minutesBy July 1828 a total of 116 pages of the Book of Mormon manuscript has been translated. Martin Harris served as Joseph’s scribe at this time and wrote most of the translation. To quiet the ridicule of some of his relatives, Martin borrowed the manuscript, promising to preserve it with the utmost care, but the…

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Section 1 (Community of Christ)

Reading Time: 5 minutesRevelation given through Joseph Smith, Jr., at a special conference held at Hiram, Portage County, Ohio, November 1, 1831. It was to serve as a preference to the “Book of Commandments.” W. W. Phelps and Company began the printing of the “Book of Commandments” at Independence, Missouri, but the plant was destroyed by a mob…

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Introduction to the Community of Christ Doctrine and Covenants

Reading Time: 3 minutesThe Doctrine and Covenants of Community of Christ is a sacred text that reflects the evolving journey of faith and principles within the tradition. It stands as a testament to a living, dynamic faith that seeks to respond to God’s call in each generation. This introduction provides an overview of the church’s history, its approach…

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